Compare the2026 Subaru TrailseekerVS 2026 Genesis GV60

The Subaru Trailseeker has standard driver and front passenger side knee airbags mounted low on the dashboard. These airbags help prevent the driver and front passenger from sliding under their seatbelts or the main frontal airbags; this keeps them better positioned during a collision for maximum protection. Knee airbags also help keep the legs from striking the dashboard, preventing knee and leg injuries in the case of a serious frontal collision. The GV60 doesn’t offer a front passenger side knee airbag.

The Trailseeker has a standard Secondary Collision Brake, which automatically applies the brakes in the event of a crash to help prevent secondary collisions and prevent further injuries. The GV60 doesn’t offer a post collision braking system: in the event of a collision that triggers the airbags, more collisions are possible without the protection of airbags that may have already deployed.

To provide maximum traction and stability on all roads, Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive is standard on the Trailseeker. But it costs extra on the GV60.

The Subaru Trailseeker’s rear backup camera has a standard washer for maintaining a clear view under various conditions. In contrast, the Genesis GV60 does not offer a rear camera washer, meaning its effectiveness relies on manual cleaning by the user when necessary.

Both the Trailseeker and the GV60 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, front seat center airbag, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors and available around view monitors.

There are almost 3 times as many Subaru dealers as there are Genesis dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Trailseeker’s warranty.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2025 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Subaru vehicles are more reliable than Genesis With 1 fewer problems per 100 vehicles in the first three years of ownership, J.D. Power ranks Subaru higher than Genesis.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ March 2025 Auto Issue reports that Subaru vehicles are more reliable than Genesis vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks Subaru first in overall reliability. Genesis is ranked 14th.

The Trailseeker’s electric motors produces 150 more horsepower (375 vs. 225) than the GV60’s standard electric motor. The Trailseeker’s electric motors produces 61 more horsepower (375 vs. 314) than the GV60 Standard AWD/Advanced’s standard electric motors.

The Trailseeker can travel longer on a full charge than the GV60 on a full charge:

The Trailseeker’s standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs standard on the GV60 are solid, not vented.

For better maneuverability, the Trailseeker’s turning circle is 2.5 feet tighter than the GV60’s (36.7 feet vs. 39.2 feet).

The Trailseeker has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat up than the GV60 with its rear seat up (31.3 vs. 24 cubic feet). The Trailseeker has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat folded than the GV60 with its rear seat folded (74 vs. 54.7 cubic feet).

A low lift-over cargo hatch design makes loading and unloading the Trailseeker easier. The Trailseeker’s cargo hatch lift-over height is 28 inches, while the GV60’s liftover is 29.5 inches.

The Trailseeker’s cargo area is larger than the GV60’s in almost every dimension:

The Trailseeker’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the GV60’s (3500 vs. 2000 pounds).

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that Subaru service is better than Genesis. J.D. Power ranks Subaru third in service department satisfaction. With a 62% lower rating, Genesis is ranked 29th.

To improve rear visibility by keeping the rear window clear, the Trailseeker has a standard rear wiper. The GV60 doesn’t offer a rear wiper.

In poor weather, headlights can lose their effectiveness as grime builds up on their lenses. This can reduce visibility without the driver realizing. The Trailseeker has standard headlight washers to keep headlight output high. The GV60 doesn’t offer headlight washers.

The Subaru Trailseeker stands out above the Genesis GV60 by offering not one, but two Qi-compatible phone chargers. This convenience helps travelers with multiple devices to keep powered up on-the-go. Wireless charging eliminates lost or cluttered charging cables and one of them provide more flexibility.